By Admin. Updated 1:38 p.m., Monday, January 8, 2023, Atlantic Standard Time (GMT-4).
The St Vincent Electricity Services Limited (VINLEC) has announced plans for the construction of a new power plant and supporting infrastructure on the
Northern Grenadines island of Bequia.
The state-owned company is the lone commercial provider of electricity in St. Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG).
In a press release issued on Monday (January 8), VINLEC said the initiative forms part of its commitment to providing reliable and sustainable energy to meet the island’s needs and contribute to its long-term development.
“The proposed project aims to construct a new, modern power plant in Bequia with the inclusion of a 1300 kW Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) to enhance grid stability and improve the integration of supplementary renewable energy sources,” VINLEC said in the press release.
“The new plant, which will replace the existing power station that was first established in 1968, will
occupy an area of approximately 600 square metres at the same location,” VINLEC said.
VINLEC said: “The project is being
executed under the management of local consulting firms; the Reputable Consultancy Services
Limited (RCSL) and Island Engineering Consulting (IEC) in a joint venture”.
“To ensure compliance with environmental regulations and sustainability objectives, an
Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA) will commence this month and is expected
to span approximately 10 weeks. This process will involve a comprehensive study of potential
environmental effects, as well as strategies to mitigate and manage any impacts,” the state-owned company said.
VINLEC said it is committed to open and transparent communication throughout this project and will actively engage with stakeholders to gather feedback and insights. The Company looks forward to working collaboratively with the community throughout the development process.
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